Open Field Antique Continental European Rug 72398

A Beautiful Open Field Antique Continental Rug, Origin Of The Area Rug: England, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – A luscious border of naturalistic grape clusters reminiscent of Caravaggio’s “Bacchus” encircles a deep aubergine open field on this incomparably elegant antique European carpet. The naturalistic style of the border reflects the tradition of French Savonnerie and Aubusson carpets. But the purely open field and depth of color are not French. They probably indicate the richer classical taste of the late Habsburg court of Austria-Hungary.

This gorgeous antique rug with its grape field and realistic grape motifs in the borders creates a feeling of opulence and high end luxury. It was created in England in the late 19th century and will make a striking addition to a formal room setting with traditional decor. One of its most striking features is the attention to detail and the level of realism that the artist was able to achieve.

Victorian rugs play an important role in the history of interior design. They were known for their rich colors and beautiful floral patterns. The elaborate character and intricate designs of the Victorian Era were reflected in all the furnishings throughout the space. The furniture, wallpaper, decorative elements of the architecture, and accessories reflected a feeling of refinement and elegance. This European rug captures characteristic Victorian features its striking colors and design.

If you have a grand Queen Anne or Victorian home architecture style, this rug is essential for an authentic look. If your taste is a little more toward the Grand Millennial style, this rug would add a touch of elegance and rich color to the design. One thing of note is that rugs produced in the American colonies at this time were considered cheap by comparison to works produced in Europe. European Victorian rugs were considered a status symbol due to their fine workmanship and ornate designs.

Artistic rugs, such as this one, were meant to showcase a person’s wealth. During that time, a bare area in the room was considered to be in poor taste. Beautiful oriental and continental area rugs were spread across parquet hardwood floors in a room filled with wallcoverings and ornate paintings. Color combinations were often bright, and bold, and made the rug seem to fill the entire space.

This is a perfect piece if you want to add an authentic, historical piece to the room. You could also use it in a contemporary space to add an element of contrast and energetic color combinations. Regardless of your style, this is a beautiful piece that will be treasured for many years to come as a part of your fine home or office decor.